Autism Therapists in Barrie, ON
As the Clinical Director at On Solid Ground Inc in Barrie, we specialize in working with families with children with Autism or behavioural challenges; parents who want to learn alternate ways of engaging with their child to produce improved interactions, communication, social and life skills.
Our services are rooted in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), the science of learning. We work intensively with children and their families to help them achieve critical life skills, communication and social abilities to live their lives with greater peace, understanding and connection.
As the Clinical Director at On Solid Ground Inc in Barrie, we specialize in working with families with children with Autism or behavioural challenges; parents who want to learn alternate ways of engaging with their child to produce improved interactions, communication, social and life skills.
Our services are rooted in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), the science of learning. We work intensively with children and their families to help them achieve critical life skills, communication and social abilities to live their lives with greater peace, understanding and connection.
As well I have experience working from a neuroaffirming lens for the neurodivergent population including ADHD and autism.
Is your child finding it tough to manage their emotions and regulate themselves? Are you feeling a bit lost, unsure how best to support them? Not sure how to navigate their feelings of being bullied, conflicts with peers or loneliness? Perhaps you've recently gone through a separation or other life changes and you're worried about how your child is coping with it all? Understanding and managing emotions can be really tricky for kids, and it can leave them feeling frustrated, overwhelmed and alone. I'm here with genuine care and understanding, ready to offer a safe and non-judgemental space to navigate and explore these challenges.
As well I have experience working from a neuroaffirming lens for the neurodivergent population including ADHD and autism.
Is your child finding it tough to manage their emotions and regulate themselves? Are you feeling a bit lost, unsure how best to support them? Not sure how to navigate their feelings of being bullied, conflicts with peers or loneliness? Perhaps you've recently gone through a separation or other life changes and you're worried about how your child is coping with it all? Understanding and managing emotions can be really tricky for kids, and it can leave them feeling frustrated, overwhelmed and alone. I'm here with genuine care and understanding, ready to offer a safe and non-judgemental space to navigate and explore these challenges.
Training: Geneva Centre for Autism, Integrative Trauma and Attachment Treatment Model, and Clinical Trauma and Resilience Practitioner.
All children are so very unique and constantly changing. Sometimes they need a helping hand to keep them moving along to thrive in their relationships and connections with others; or to develop strategies to support emotional regulation, social skills, life skills, anxiety reduction, concentration and focus, or processing of traumatic events. Throughout the process, parent/caregiver participation is a key component when it comes to working with children. My long-standing experience with neurodivergent children, youth, and their families will provide you with the reassurance you need to move forward.
Training: Geneva Centre for Autism, Integrative Trauma and Attachment Treatment Model, and Clinical Trauma and Resilience Practitioner.
All children are so very unique and constantly changing. Sometimes they need a helping hand to keep them moving along to thrive in their relationships and connections with others; or to develop strategies to support emotional regulation, social skills, life skills, anxiety reduction, concentration and focus, or processing of traumatic events. Throughout the process, parent/caregiver participation is a key component when it comes to working with children. My long-standing experience with neurodivergent children, youth, and their families will provide you with the reassurance you need to move forward.
I am a Neurodiversity affirming Autism Clinical Specialist and I work from a strengths-based approach, uncovering each individual's unique strengths and helping empower them to achieve their goals.
I’m passionate about finding the coping skills and strategies that work best for your brain and your lifestyle. Because of this, my therapy approach is eclectic an collaborative. I am always open to feedback around how to better support you on your journey and will adapt my style to find an approach that resonates.
I am a Neurodiversity affirming Autism Clinical Specialist and I work from a strengths-based approach, uncovering each individual's unique strengths and helping empower them to achieve their goals.
I’m passionate about finding the coping skills and strategies that work best for your brain and your lifestyle. Because of this, my therapy approach is eclectic an collaborative. I am always open to feedback around how to better support you on your journey and will adapt my style to find an approach that resonates.
As a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst, my team and I have helped many children and adolescents with autism and other diagnoses develop the skills they need to help them thrive.
I offer home-based therapy sessions that focus on behavioural difficulties, improved language skills, coping skills, social skills, school readiness, and perseverance. I also partner with schools, daycares, and teachers using a variety of teaching strategies, including opportunities to engage students and make learning fun!
As a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst, my team and I have helped many children and adolescents with autism and other diagnoses develop the skills they need to help them thrive.
I offer home-based therapy sessions that focus on behavioural difficulties, improved language skills, coping skills, social skills, school readiness, and perseverance. I also partner with schools, daycares, and teachers using a variety of teaching strategies, including opportunities to engage students and make learning fun!
Kristie Brassard @ Kaleidoscope Counselling Collective 🌈
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4N
I have ample experience working with a variety of concerns like self-esteem, anxiety, career development, burnout, identity exploration, relationships, ADHD/ Autism, personal growth, numbing behaviours, shame, etc.
Hey, I’m Kristie- It’s great to virtually meet you! I’m an experienced therapist who is compassionate, genuine and shows up authentically for my clients. I love working with both individuals and couples (monogamous, poly and open) of all genders and sexualities, as well as other health professionals. I offer space for you to understand yourself more deeply, heal emotional wounds and embrace a sense of grace and compassion for yourself and others.
I have ample experience working with a variety of concerns like self-esteem, anxiety, career development, burnout, identity exploration, relationships, ADHD/ Autism, personal growth, numbing behaviours, shame, etc.
Hey, I’m Kristie- It’s great to virtually meet you! I’m an experienced therapist who is compassionate, genuine and shows up authentically for my clients. I love working with both individuals and couples (monogamous, poly and open) of all genders and sexualities, as well as other health professionals. I offer space for you to understand yourself more deeply, heal emotional wounds and embrace a sense of grace and compassion for yourself and others.
Sonya Watson Adult Adhd Teens Anxiety Supervision
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, MEd, BEd, BSc
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
Being a teen, post-secondary student, adult or professional today can be tough. Anxiety, ADHD or low mood can make you feel stuck, stressed, overwhelmed or exhausted from trying to cope every day, but there is hope! Are you tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed or down all the time? Are you constantly worrying? Maybe your social life, grades or job are being impacted. If you struggle with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, social anxiety, life transitions, time management, ADHD, ASD, OCD, learning disabilities, peer/relationships issues, reach out for help today.
Being a teen, post-secondary student, adult or professional today can be tough. Anxiety, ADHD or low mood can make you feel stuck, stressed, overwhelmed or exhausted from trying to cope every day, but there is hope! Are you tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed or down all the time? Are you constantly worrying? Maybe your social life, grades or job are being impacted. If you struggle with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, social anxiety, life transitions, time management, ADHD, ASD, OCD, learning disabilities, peer/relationships issues, reach out for help today.
Sahar Karimian
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
With nearly a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals with autism, trauma, anxiety, and those seeking emotional and mental well-being.
I provide compassionate care in grief counseling, group therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and somatic experiencing. My practice is grounded in evidence-based therapies designed to support trauma recovery, emotional regulation, and personal growth. I’m committed to helping clients navigate their challenges and find a path toward a fulfilling life.
With nearly a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals with autism, trauma, anxiety, and those seeking emotional and mental well-being.
I provide compassionate care in grief counseling, group therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and somatic experiencing. My practice is grounded in evidence-based therapies designed to support trauma recovery, emotional regulation, and personal growth. I’m committed to helping clients navigate their challenges and find a path toward a fulfilling life.
Fortitude Wellness Journey
Registered Social Worker, RSW, EMDR, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Barrie, ON L4M
Our therapists have a wide range of specialties including, EMDR Therapist, Clinical Traumatologist, Infertility/Perinatal Mental Health Therapist, Couples and Family Therapist, and Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
Fortitude Wellness Journey, based in Barrie, Ontario, is a compassionate mental health clinic dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and families toward growth and healing. Offering in-person and virtual therapy, the clinic provides a safe, non-judgmental space for clients facing challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, family conflict, self-esteem concerns, and more. The clinic specializes in areas like perinatal mental health, trauma-informed care, neurodiversity affirming and inclusive counselling.
Our therapists have a wide range of specialties including, EMDR Therapist, Clinical Traumatologist, Infertility/Perinatal Mental Health Therapist, Couples and Family Therapist, and Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
Fortitude Wellness Journey, based in Barrie, Ontario, is a compassionate mental health clinic dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and families toward growth and healing. Offering in-person and virtual therapy, the clinic provides a safe, non-judgmental space for clients facing challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, family conflict, self-esteem concerns, and more. The clinic specializes in areas like perinatal mental health, trauma-informed care, neurodiversity affirming and inclusive counselling.
Mind 2 Heart Connections
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
We have certificates and training in ADHD, Autism, EMDR, CBT, couples, work, DBT, ACT, attachment therapy and continue to study.
Stepping into therapy is a personal journey, Whether it's the weight of overwhelm, the grip of anxiety, or the shadows of depression, your courage is the guiding force. You're here not just to navigate challenges, but to embrace a life that feels authentic and fulfilling. This is your space, where worries about yourself, parenting, your child, or relationships find understanding and validation. Your decision is significant, and your trust in us is honoured. Every small step you take is a testament to your strength and the beginning of your unique healing journey.
We have certificates and training in ADHD, Autism, EMDR, CBT, couples, work, DBT, ACT, attachment therapy and continue to study.
Stepping into therapy is a personal journey, Whether it's the weight of overwhelm, the grip of anxiety, or the shadows of depression, your courage is the guiding force. You're here not just to navigate challenges, but to embrace a life that feels authentic and fulfilling. This is your space, where worries about yourself, parenting, your child, or relationships find understanding and validation. Your decision is significant, and your trust in us is honoured. Every small step you take is a testament to your strength and the beginning of your unique healing journey.
We also conduct a number of different forms of assessment (neuropsychological, psychoeducational, autism, psychological plus more).
Psychology Matters consists of a group of therapists working together to provide psychological services to Barrie and the surrounding regions. Our diversely skilled group consists of members of the College of Psychologists and the College of Registered Psychotherapists. At our location we also have an assessment clinic where we conduct a various assessments for people of all ages. We also provide neuropsychological services.
We also conduct a number of different forms of assessment (neuropsychological, psychoeducational, autism, psychological plus more).
Psychology Matters consists of a group of therapists working together to provide psychological services to Barrie and the surrounding regions. Our diversely skilled group consists of members of the College of Psychologists and the College of Registered Psychotherapists. At our location we also have an assessment clinic where we conduct a various assessments for people of all ages. We also provide neuropsychological services.
Meet Our Autism Counsellors
Services may also be covered if your receive benefits from OAP (Ontario Autism Program), and/or NIHB (Non-Insured Health Benefits).
Everyone gets a little stuck sometimes. We experience painful experiences that can be hard to move past. We become overwhelmed by our responsibilities and sometimes burn out. We get in arguments with loved ones, and we make mistakes. We're human. If you're looking to get back on track, you've come to the right place. My goal is to support you in learning to balance the conflicting expectations and responsibilities in your life, and also make time for the things that you enjoy. To support you as you explore your own needs and desires and learn to have compassion for yourself, instead of beating yourself up all of the time.
Services may also be covered if your receive benefits from OAP (Ontario Autism Program), and/or NIHB (Non-Insured Health Benefits).
Everyone gets a little stuck sometimes. We experience painful experiences that can be hard to move past. We become overwhelmed by our responsibilities and sometimes burn out. We get in arguments with loved ones, and we make mistakes. We're human. If you're looking to get back on track, you've come to the right place. My goal is to support you in learning to balance the conflicting expectations and responsibilities in your life, and also make time for the things that you enjoy. To support you as you explore your own needs and desires and learn to have compassion for yourself, instead of beating yourself up all of the time.
At Collective Care Counselling, we specialize in the following areas: trauma, grief and loss, spirituality, gender identity, transitioning, LGBTQIA2s+, perinatal mental health, OCD, BDD, neurodiversity (ADHD, autism, etc.
Collective Care Counselling offers individual, couples and family therapy through a wide range of holistic and evidence-based methods to support your healing. When it comes to mental health care, one approach doesn't fit all. Together, with your therapist, you will craft a personalized path, targeting your goals and ensuring effective support.
At Collective Care Counselling, we specialize in the following areas: trauma, grief and loss, spirituality, gender identity, transitioning, LGBTQIA2s+, perinatal mental health, OCD, BDD, neurodiversity (ADHD, autism, etc.
Collective Care Counselling offers individual, couples and family therapy through a wide range of holistic and evidence-based methods to support your healing. When it comes to mental health care, one approach doesn't fit all. Together, with your therapist, you will craft a personalized path, targeting your goals and ensuring effective support.
Specializing in mood, personality and neurodevelopmental disorders including depression, anxiety, specific phobia's OCD, ADHD, leaning disabilities, autism, grief, anger, parental mental illness, BPD, bipolar disorder.
Specializing in personality and mood disorders including borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, OCD, bi polar disorder, grief and loss, anger. I offer individual and group therapy for individuals and couples. In addition, I work with adults with autism level 1 and ADHD.
Specializing in mood, personality and neurodevelopmental disorders including depression, anxiety, specific phobia's OCD, ADHD, leaning disabilities, autism, grief, anger, parental mental illness, BPD, bipolar disorder.
Specializing in personality and mood disorders including borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, OCD, bi polar disorder, grief and loss, anger. I offer individual and group therapy for individuals and couples. In addition, I work with adults with autism level 1 and ADHD.
I am also passionate about working with clients with Autism and Social Needs.
Within the past 10 years, I have trained and developed the following skill set in the these areas: anxiety, depression, social anxiety, OCD, substance use, relationship issues, self-esteem, family systems and trauma work including CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy) and PE (Prolonged Exposure).
I am also passionate about working with clients with Autism and Social Needs.
Within the past 10 years, I have trained and developed the following skill set in the these areas: anxiety, depression, social anxiety, OCD, substance use, relationship issues, self-esteem, family systems and trauma work including CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy) and PE (Prolonged Exposure).
Stephanie Crema
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I support adults (18+) and couples who struggle with a variety of challenges, and as a late diagnosed neurodivergent therapist, I have a special passion in working with late-diagnosed ADHD and autism.
I don’t believe there is a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I work with my clients collaboratively to find the best path to meet their unique goals and needs. I take an integrative and trauma-informed approach to counseling incorporating modalities such as person-centered, parts work, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, emotion-focused, EMDR, and somatic work.
I support adults (18+) and couples who struggle with a variety of challenges, and as a late diagnosed neurodivergent therapist, I have a special passion in working with late-diagnosed ADHD and autism.
I don’t believe there is a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I work with my clients collaboratively to find the best path to meet their unique goals and needs. I take an integrative and trauma-informed approach to counseling incorporating modalities such as person-centered, parts work, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, emotion-focused, EMDR, and somatic work.
Abloom Therapy: Online Therapy Team - No Waitlist
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, MACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
We specialize in areas of anxiety, depression, anger, BPD, ADHD, autism, grief, self esteem, stress, trauma and PTSD, self-harming, suicidal ideation, relationship issues, women 's issues, divorce, parenting, family, & more.
Ready for more than just validation? Are you wrapped up tight in your suffering? We invite you to unfold here. Unfold & explore your pain, your curiosity, your resistance, your strength, your power, your joy, your vulnerability, & your peace. Unfold to imagining a future that is better! Our trained mental health professionals will offer you more than just validation - we will meet you where you are with compassion, respect, & non-judgement. We offer online only psychotherapy services in English, Turkish, & Cantonese. Book a free online consultation with one of our Ontario therapists to feel out if we might be the right fit for you.
We specialize in areas of anxiety, depression, anger, BPD, ADHD, autism, grief, self esteem, stress, trauma and PTSD, self-harming, suicidal ideation, relationship issues, women 's issues, divorce, parenting, family, & more.
Ready for more than just validation? Are you wrapped up tight in your suffering? We invite you to unfold here. Unfold & explore your pain, your curiosity, your resistance, your strength, your power, your joy, your vulnerability, & your peace. Unfold to imagining a future that is better! Our trained mental health professionals will offer you more than just validation - we will meet you where you are with compassion, respect, & non-judgement. We offer online only psychotherapy services in English, Turkish, & Cantonese. Book a free online consultation with one of our Ontario therapists to feel out if we might be the right fit for you.
Gyles specializes in comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational assessments for preschool and school-age children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, behavioural issues, social-emotional issues, and diagnostic assessments for mental illness.
Dr. Gyles is a Clinical & School Psychologist focusing in child & adolescent populations providing comprehensive assessments, therapy, & consultation. Dr. Gyles provides therapy for children and teens targeting depression, anxiety, academic anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, trauma, school struggles, and social issues. She uses evidence-based practices and takes a cognitive-behavioural therapy approach, with aspects of positive psychology, mindfulness, emotion focused, and narrative therapy approaches incorporated into treatment.
Gyles specializes in comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational assessments for preschool and school-age children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, behavioural issues, social-emotional issues, and diagnostic assessments for mental illness.
Dr. Gyles is a Clinical & School Psychologist focusing in child & adolescent populations providing comprehensive assessments, therapy, & consultation. Dr. Gyles provides therapy for children and teens targeting depression, anxiety, academic anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, trauma, school struggles, and social issues. She uses evidence-based practices and takes a cognitive-behavioural therapy approach, with aspects of positive psychology, mindfulness, emotion focused, and narrative therapy approaches incorporated into treatment.
We conduct assessments of learning disorders, ADHD and autism.
We start with an intake, and then integrate each client's needs and preferences with our clinical expertise: CBT, DBT, emotion-focused therapy, mindfulness, schema therapy, interpersonal therapy, psychodynamic/attachment-focused therapy, EMDR, solution-focused therapy, and cutting-edge technologies.
We conduct assessments of learning disorders, ADHD and autism.
We start with an intake, and then integrate each client's needs and preferences with our clinical expertise: CBT, DBT, emotion-focused therapy, mindfulness, schema therapy, interpersonal therapy, psychodynamic/attachment-focused therapy, EMDR, solution-focused therapy, and cutting-edge technologies.
I have worked in homeless shelters, group homes, with the government, with the Canadian Mental Health Association , in autism and play therapy centers, as a classroom teacher, and as a registered social worker with Indigenous-based organizations.
I bring extensive experience working with individuals who suffer from and want to break away from generational trauma, individuals with developmental disabilities or people wanting to know themselves better. I am committed to creating a safe and secure therapeutic environment where we can establish strong trust, boundaries and heal. Whether you want someone for your gifted child using play therapy to work through issues with anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, social skills, and expressing themselves, or you would like one for yourself to develop your self-worth, heal childhood wounds, and be compassionate to yourself, i am here.
I have worked in homeless shelters, group homes, with the government, with the Canadian Mental Health Association , in autism and play therapy centers, as a classroom teacher, and as a registered social worker with Indigenous-based organizations.
I bring extensive experience working with individuals who suffer from and want to break away from generational trauma, individuals with developmental disabilities or people wanting to know themselves better. I am committed to creating a safe and secure therapeutic environment where we can establish strong trust, boundaries and heal. Whether you want someone for your gifted child using play therapy to work through issues with anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, social skills, and expressing themselves, or you would like one for yourself to develop your self-worth, heal childhood wounds, and be compassionate to yourself, i am here.
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Autism Counsellors
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.